United States passport → Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan visa for citizens of the United States

Visa-free

Citizens of the United States can visit Uzbekistan without a visa for up to 5 days.

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Last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 5 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Arrive at an international airport in Uzbekistan
Enter via Tashkent, Samarkand, or other international airports.
2
Present passport and onward ticket to border control
Show valid U.S. passport and confirmed onward ticket to a third country.
3
Receive 5-day visa-free transit stamp
Border officer will grant up to 5 days stay.
4
Register within 3 days of arrival
Registration is mandatory; hotels often do this automatically.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid U.S. passport
Must be valid for the duration of stay.

Travel

Confirmed onward ticket to a third country
Must show flight departing Uzbekistan to a third country.

Good to know

Visa-free transit only valid at international airports, not land borders.
Must hold a confirmed onward ticket to a third country (not returning to the U.S. directly).
Registration within 3 days is mandatory; failure may result in fines or exit ban.
Starting January 1, 2026, all U.S. citizens will be able to enter Uzbekistan visa-free for up to 30 days (not yet in effect).

Common refusal reasons

No confirmed onward ticket to a third country

Ensure you have a printed or digital onward ticket before arrival.

Passport not valid for intended stay

Check passport validity before travel.

Failure to register within 3 days

Ask your hotel to register you upon check-in.

FAQ

Do citizens of the United States need a visa for Uzbekistan?

Citizens of the United States can visit Uzbekistan without a visa for up to 5 days.

How long can citizens of the United States stay in Uzbekistan?

Up to 5 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of the United States need for Uzbekistan?

Valid U.S. passport; Confirmed onward ticket to a third country.

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